The Best Summer Hanging Basket Plants

Hanging baskets add a big splash of colour to your garden, providing a great statement piece. Which is a perfect addition to any home! The best time to plant your summer hanging basket plants are late May/early June. We do not recommend hanging your summer baskets outside before this due to the risk of frost.

We have selected a few of our favourite plants for your summer hanging basket:

Best Summer Hanging Basket Plants

Petunias

Petunias are a garden treasure due to there being so much versatility in regards to colour and variety. Therefore, giving your home that eye-catching pop of colour. They offer a simple and minimalistic flare, filling out your hanging basket perfectly. This is due to fast spreading and trailing to landscapes that receive full sun. They require daily watering – making sure the soil is kept moist. For optimum results, add fertilizer every two to three weeks.

Fuchsias

Fuchsias are a versatile perennial plant, meaning they will last for multiple seasons. They are tough wearing and grow perfectly whether in full sun or partial shade. Fuchsias can provide a strong, exotic beauty to your home due to its bold appearance. The trailing variety of Fuchsia is the perfect plant for hanging baskets and dull corners. They have weak stems that allow them to branch out freely – perfect for the outer edge of your baskets!

Argyranthemum

Another top pick is the Argyranthemum. Argyranthemum’s are a daisy-like flower that can grow to approximately 25-30cm, meaning they require a slightly larger basket. They flower through the summer period and are typically easy to grow – for the best results we recommend you deadhead regularly. Due to it’s potential growth, this flower would create a beautiful centrepiece for your hanging baskets.

Here at Blue Iris Landscapes, we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, our excellent customer service, and our expertise! Please feel free to get in touch with us for any further advice, queries or questions.

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